DescriptionChild neurology, or pediatric neurology, is a subspecialty of neurology that addresses disorders of the nervous system – including the brain, spinal cord and nerves – specifically in children. Because children’s nervous systems are still growing and developing, special expertise is required. Some childhood neurologic and neurodevelopmental disorders are epilepsy, cerebral palsy, mental retardation, learning disabilities and complex metabolic, nerve and muscle diseases.

Dr. trifiletti was educated at the following institutions:

Medical School Attended:johns hopkins university school of medicine

Year of Graduation:
1986

Dr. trifiletti received medical licensing as follows:

Medical License:
Recieved in 1989

State Medical License:
Issued in the state of New Jersey

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A child neurologist has the education and training to diagnose and treat disorders in children involving the nervous system (brain, muscles, nerves and spinal cord), such as behavioral disorders, cerebral palsy, delayed speech, headaches and mental retardation, among other conditions.

A child neurology specialist may focus on one or more areas, including developmental disorders, epilepsy, headaches and movement disorders. Some child neurologists may contribute to research of mental disorders in children, such as clinical trials concerning the mechanisms of disease, or developing drugs or devices to treat disease and disorders. Child neurologists have four years of training in medical school and at least 1-3 years of pediatric residency. They undergo at least three more years of residency in adult and child neurology.

Most are board-certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (with special qualifications in child neurology). Boards require periodic recertification, and, just like other physicians, child neurology specialists regularly partake in continuing education and medical conferences.

Child neurologists typically treat children from birth or a very young age into young adulthood.

What should I expect during an initial child neurologist appointment?

During your first visit to a child neurology specialist, a complete physical and neurological examination will take place, as well as a discussion of the child’s medical history and current problem, such as when it began and how it has progressed or changed.

Tests may be performed to reach a diagnosis. The doctor or nurse will explain the tests as well as the condition and any necessary medication prescriptions.

Some common tests to determine a neurological condition include:

EEG (to measure electrical brain activity)

MRI or CT scan

Lab tests (blood, urine, sleep tests, and more)

What are the most common conditions that child neurologists diagnose and treat?

Autism – A developmental disorder that typically manifests during toddler years and affects communication and social skills

Hydrocephalus – A disorder in which the cerebral ventricular system contains an excessive amount of cerebral spinal fluid (CSF) and is dilated because of increased pressure from the fluid. The fluid accumulates due to an imbalance between fluid production and absorption. It is almost always impaired absorption that is the culprit.